Notes on Indian law filed under Criminal defence, published by Juris Eagle.https://juriseagle.com/insights/practice/criminal-defenceen-inMon, 09 Nov 2026 12:40:42 GMThttps://juriseagle.com/disclaimerhttps://juriseagle.com/insights/anticipatory-bail-matrimonial-cruelty-complaint-section-85https://juriseagle.com/insights/anticipatory-bail-matrimonial-cruelty-complaint-section-85A complaint of cruelty against a husband and his relatives under section 85 of the Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita, 2023 (the offence that section 498A of the Indian Penal Code, 1860 used to define) is cognizable on the information of the woman or her relatives, is non-bailable, and carries up to three years' imprisonment. The accused can therefore apply for anticipatory bail under section 482 of the Bharatiya Nagarik Suraksha Sanhita, 2023 (section 438 of the Code of Criminal Procedure, 1973) to the Court of Session or the High Court, while arrest is separately limited by the notice of appearance under section 35 of the same Sanhita (section 41A of the Code). The bail conditions, mediation, quashing under section 528 after a settlement, and the position of relatives living abroad turn on the statutory text and on decisions of the Supreme Court of India.Tue, 03 Nov 2026 00:00:00 GMTAdv. Harsha Swaroop PCriminal & Sensitive Litigationcriminal-defencematrimonial-and-family2024 Juris Eagle. This website is intended solely for informational purposes and does not constitute solicitation or advertisement under applicable Bar Council regulations. The transmission or receipt of information through this platform does not create an advocate-client relationship. Legal advice is rendered only upon formal written engagement with the firm.